The Institute for Advanced Study, Paris (IAS), long-term fellowships‏

The Institute for Advanced Study – Paris (IAS-Paris) invites you to
submit applications for the 2012-2013 and 2013-2014 academic years for
five- or nine-month residencies. Longer stays (i.e. nine months) are
given priority for 2013-2014. IAS-Paris is planning to host about
fifteen guest researchers for 2012-2013 and about twenty-five guest
researchers for 2013-2014 to work on research projects of their choice.

*Deadline for applications: 20 January 2012.*

Eligible applicants:

- High-level international researchers in the humanities and social
sciences (HSS)
- Postdoctoral researchers that hold a position in a university or
research centre (having held a doctorate for at least three years, plus
a minimum three years of full-time research experience)

Applicants may request residencies for the following periods:

• 1 September 2012 to 31 January 2013 or
• 1 October 2012 to 30 June 2013 or
• 1 February to 30 June 2013

• 1 September 2013 to 31 January 2014 or
• 1 October 2013 to 30 June 2014 (requests for nine-month residencies
are given priority for the 2013-2014 academic year) or
• 1 February to 30 June 2014

The application, in English or French, is submitted via an online
application system. Paper applications are not accepted.

The online application is comprised of the following:

– Completed application form
– Curriculum vitae and list of publications (20 pages maximum)
– Information on your research project (between 5 and 10 pages / 1,000
to 2,000 words), including:
. A selected bibliography on the topic
. A statement on current or potential partnerships with institutions or
researchers based in France
– Two separate project summaries, one in English and one in French, of
1,500 characters / 200 words maximum, including the project’s title

Further information: Please see the section "Becoming a fellow".

Discipline(s): Humanities and social sciences
http://www.paris-iea.fr/en/evenement/appel-candidature-iea-paris-pour-les-annees-universitaires-2012-2013-et-2013-2014

Research Associate at the European Centre for the Strategic Management of Universities Location: Brussels

ESMU, the European Centre for the Strategic Management of Universities (www.esmu.be) is a dynamic Brussels-based international association which supports European universities with their strategic developments through conferences, seminars, projects and training programmes.
In a consortium led by large consulting companies and a large Foundation we have won framework contracts for the provision of consultancy services and studies to the European Commission in all fields of education and training.
We are looking for a research associate to coordinate the work of experts‘ teams and the delivery of services to the European Commission. This is a new full time position for an initial six-month renewable period. However, a part-time position, possibly combined with a PhD may be envisaged.
Applicants should have: Excellent knowledge of European policies in all fields of education and training (EU2020, E&T2020, Bologna Process, Copenhagen Process, Innovation Europe), of European programmes in education and training and various EU instruments to promote the further developments of education and training in Europe and internationally Thorough understanding of the workings of the European Commission and of its various agencies (CEDEFOF, ETF, Executive Agency Education and Culture, etc...); thorough knowledge of the work of international organisations in higher education (OECD, UNESCO) A degree preferably in political sciences, public administration or education sciences Strong analytical skills and the ability to handle large amounts of information; Good knowledge of statistical tools and experience with evaluation and assessment methodologies Excellent reporting and linguistic skills A demonstrated track record of similar work at European level and EU project experience Excellent team player and the ability to work independently; strong organisational skills Proactive, flexible, and with a problem solving attitude; Highly accurate Strong IT skills
The successful candidate will be reporting to the Secretary-General and work closely with the senior experts who will lead each of the studies to be delivered.
Tasks will include the following: Writing bids for the European Commission in response to Call for Tenders under the above-mentioned framework contract (methodology, approach, timetable, composition of expert teams, budget) Working on conceptual design for studies to be delivered Collecting and analysing data; database management Producing comparative research, policy analysis (review of national policies) and impact assessment exercises Producing reports based on the work of experts’ teams
To apply, send a letter of motivation and detailed curriculum vitae to the attention of Nadine Burquel, Secretary-General to administration@esmu.be
We expect significant interest in the position, therefore only candidates with the appropriate profile will be contacted for an interview.

NEC, Institute for Advanced Study in Bucharest, International Fellowships 2012-13‏

New Europe College – Institute for Advanced Study in Bucharest, Romania – announces the competition for Fellowships for the academic year 2012-13.

The program targets young international researchers/academics working in the fields of humanities, social studies, and economics.

ELIGIBILITY: Applicants must be doctoral students in an advanced stage of their research, or hold a Ph.D. title. Preference is given to candidates under the age of 40, and to those who have not yet benefited from a NEC Fellowship.

Working languages: English, French, and German. A good command of English is desirable.

DURATION OF THE FELLOWSHIP: a) a full academic year (10 months, October through July) or b) a one-term fellowship (October through February, or March through July).

LOCATION: New Europe College – Institute for Advanced Study, Bucharest, Romania.

THE FELLOWSHIP CONSISTS OF: a monthly stipend of 600 Euro (tax free), accommodation, international transportation to and from the home country of the Fellows at the beginning and the end of the Fellowship, as well as for season holidays. The Fellows who stay for the whole academic year are offered a one-month research trip abroad to an institution of their choice (2,600 Euro for transportation, accommodation, and per diem). As an alternative, they can opt for a field research, in Romania or outside it.

The Fellows are expected to work on their own projects, and take part in the scientific events organized by the New Europe College. At the end of their Fellowship, each Fellow is expected to hand in a research paper, reflecting the results of his/her work over the duration of the Fellowship. The papers will be included in a NEC publication.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications will be submitted in electronic format only, to the address: applications@nec.ro

Candidates are asked to enter in the Subject field of their e-mail message ”NEC International Fellowship”.

The deadline for the submission of applications is December 12, 2011.

Incomplete or late applications will not be taken into consideration.

The applicants will be notified on the results of the pre-selection at the beginning of March 2012, by e-mail. The shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview via Skype, organized on March 29-31, 2012.

The application form, the application guidelines and additional information on New Europe College can be downloaded from www.nec.ro, or requested by e-mail, at applications@nec.ro.

Mailing address: New Europe College, str. Plantelor 21, 023971 Bucharest, RomaniaPhone (+4) 021 307 9910, Fax: (+4) 021 327 0774, E-mail: applications@nec.ro

Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program at the National Endowment for Democracy Location: Washington DL: 1 November 2011

The application period for fellowships in 2012–2013 is August 1–November 1, 2011. Please visit our Online Application System to submit your application for a fellowship in 2012–2013.

The Reagan-Fascell program will host two five-month fellowship sessions in 2012–2013:

Fall 2012 Session: October 1, 2012 to February 28, 2013
Spring 2013 Session: March 1 to July 31, 2013

Max Weber Fellowships EUI, Florence‏

Max Weber Fellowships

• The Max Weber Programme offers 1- and 2-year fellowships. Two year fellowships involve additional academic activities in the EUI departments, such as limited graduate teaching. The annual deadline for applications for these Max Weber Fellowships is 25 October but please note that,  after 25 October 2011 and up to 25 March 2012, applications for self-funded fellowships  are considered on a first-comes basis for as long as there is capacity in the Max Weber Programme.
• The Max Weber Programme is Europe’s largest postdoctoral programme in the social sciences and humanities. It is funded by the European Commission (DG Education and Culture) and hosted by the European University Institute in Florence where the research community of professors, researchers and fellows provides an excellent environment for the Programme.
• The Programme, open to all nationalities, is designed for junior post-docs who have received a doctorate in economics, law, history, social and political sciences, or a related field, within the last 5 years and who want to advance in their research and academic training, in an active multidisciplinary environment before entering the international job market, or in the early stages of their academic careers.
• Fellows are selected on the basis of their research accomplishments and potential, their academic career interests, and the availability of the EUI faculty to provide mentorship.
• Fellows are supported and encouraged to pursue their research agendas and participate in the research activities of the EUI, and in particular, the research activities of the Max Weber Programme and of the EUI Departments with which they are affiliated.
• The Max Weber Programme, hosted in the beautiful Villa La Fonte, provides excellent research facilities, a range of activities to improve communication skills (writing, presentation and teaching), and actively supports Fellows looking for an academic job; for those interested, it offers a range of teaching-training possibilities (within the EUI, Florence and abroad), and it organizes multidisciplinary research workshops and discussions on different aspects of academic careers. Many of these activities are organized by the Fellows themselves. All these elements (see the Programme of Activities  for more details) make the Max Weber Fellowship a unique and productive multicultural and multidisciplinary personal and intellectual experience at the beginning of a promising academic career.
• As a service to the academic community at large – especially to those starting an academic career in the social sciences and humanities – the Programme hosts the Academic Careers Observatory .

To apply to the Max Weber Programme  please visit the following pages:

• Eligibility 
• Conditions of Award 
• Selection criteria 
• How to Apply 
• Frequently Asked Questions 

Institute for Advanced Studies on Science, Technology and Society, Fellowship programme 2012-2013, Graz‏

Institute for advanced studies on science,
technology and society (ias-sts)

Application

Fellowship Programme 2012/2013: Closing date for applications 31 December 2011!
Contact
Institute for Advanced Studies
on Science, Technology and Society (IAS-STS)
Kopernikusgasse 9
8010 Graz - Austria
info@sts.tugraz.at
Further information and requirements: see application form, page 2!
Attached files

Application for Appointment as Research Fellow or Visiting Scholar (PDF, 96.43 kB)

Application for Appointment as Research Fellow or Visiting Scholar (MSWORD, 66.50 kB)

Grant Application (PDF, 89.08 kB)

Grant Application (MSWORD, 54.00 kB)

Junior Research Assistant at the Centre for Science, Society and Citizenship Location: Rome

The Centre for Science, Society and Citizenship (www.cssc.eu) is Europe’s leading independent research centre specializing in advice on political, ethical and social issues raised by emerging technologies. CSSC’s competence areas comprise: Ethical, Social and Policy Implications of emerging technologies, Ethics and Security, Ethics and Disaster Preparedness, Human Factor Analysis. CSSC believes in the values of dialogue, responsibility, integrity and care. The centre promotes open conversation between individuals, communities and institutions by encouraging trust among all parties. CSSC carries out its work in several ways, including studies, publications, training, and coordination of multicenter research projects. Our current assignments include international projects funded by EC DG Research, DG INFSO, DG JLS, DG Enterprise, DG Sanco, and NATO. The Center serves as a member of the Fundamental Rights Platform of the Fundamental Rights Agency of the EU and is accredited by the Faculties of Psychology (1 and 2) of the La Sapienza University of Rome to provide internship programs for training in socio-psychological research.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Junior Research Assistant. The research will focus on Social, Ethical and Privacy Issues in ICT for Ageing and Assistive Technology for Older people. The job is chiefly based on secondary research (desk research, internet search, etc.). Some empirical research (e.g., in depth interviews) is also expected.

DUTIES
Writing scientific reports;
Writing business and technical documents concerning the project lifecycle (e.g., meeting minutes, briefings, internal guidance, email to project partners, etc)
Writing academic papers;
Attending scientific and technical meetings;
Preparing presentations in workshops and seminars;
Taking care of the scientific and organising secretariat of scientific meetings;
Travel and short stay abroad (within Europe) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate has a MA or PhD degree in Ageing related disciplines, or in Human-Machine Interaction, or in Privacy and Data Protection. Also candidates with a background in social sciences are eligible.
Perfect written and oral communication skills in English (ONLY English mother tongue or bilingual).
Availability to relocate to Rome for the contract period (remote working can be considered only exceptionally) WHAT WE OFFER
Appropriate salary
Mission costs fully covered
Training and education in research on Social, Ethical and Privacy Issues in ICT for Ageing and Assistive Technology for Older people
Challenging international environment and networks
Opportunities for publishing in international, peer reviewed, scholarly publications and journals
A number of carrier opportunities

TO APPLY

please email to cssc@cssc.eu
A short cover letter (1 page) describing your interest and expectations
a CV
Writing sample (12-20 pages in length)
Name, qualifications and email address of two referees. All documents must be sent in one comprehensive email and submitted in English. Candidates whose profile matches the request, must confirm their availability for an interview in Rome at their own expenses. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

Christine Mirzayan Science & Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program, 2012 USA

Graduate Fellowship in the field of Science and Technology for US and non-US citizens at National Academy of science, USA 2012
Study Subject(s):Social/behavioral science, medical/health discipline, physical or biological science, any field of engineering, law/business/public administration
Course Level: Fellowship
Scholarship Provider:Policy and Global Affairs Division of the National Academies
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
Eligibility:-Graduate and professional school students and those who have completed graduate studies (degree awarded) within the last five years may apply.
-Areas of study may include any social/behavioral science, medical/health discipline, physical or biological science, any field of engineering, law/business/public administration, or any relevant interdisciplinary fields.
The program is open to all US and non-US citizens who meet the eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes(Non US citizens)
Scholarship Description: The Christine Mirzayan Science & Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program within the Policy and Global Affairs Division of the National Academies is designed to engage its Fellows in the analytical process that informs U.S. science and technology policy. Fellows develop basic skills essential to working or participating in science policy at the federal, state, or local levels.
How to Apply: By electronically
Scholarship Application Deadline: October  1, 2011: Winter/Spring 2012 Session May 1, 2012: Fall 2012 Session
Further Scholarship Information and Application

2012 Rangel Graduate Fellowship for USA citizens, USA

Graduate Scholarship for USA citizens in the field of Foreign Service in USA 2012

Study Subject(s): Foreign Service
Course Level:Graduate
Scholarship Provider: Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program
Scholarship can be taken at: USA

Eligibility:
-Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
-Applicants must be in the senior year of their undergraduate study or have completed their undergraduate degree by June 2012 and must be seeking admission to enter graduate school in the fall of 2012 for a two-year program at a U.S. university.
-Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale at the time of application.

Scholarship Open for International Students: No

Scholarship Description: The Rangel Graduate Fellowship is a program that aims to attract and prepare outstanding young people for careers in the Foreign Service in which they can help formulate, represent and implement U.S. foreign policy. Each year, the Rangel Program selects 20 outstanding Rangel Fellows in a highly competitive nationwide process and helps support them through two years of graduate study, internships and professional development activities, and entry into the Foreign Service. This program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service and those with financial need. Fellows who successfully complete the program and Foreign Service entry requirements will receive appointments as Foreign Service Officers, one of the most exciting and rewarding careers available. Rangel Fellows are committed to serving their country and promoting positive change globally. Individuals who have successfully completed the Rangel Program are now making a difference in countries throughout the world, including Colombia, Mexico, Panama, Venezuela, South Africa, Nigeria, Angola, China, Korea, Bangladesh, Spain and Ireland.

How to Apply: Post

Scholarship Application Deadline: January 20, 2012
Further Scholarship Information and Application

Fellowships in International Human Rights at Human Rights Watch Location: New York DL: 6 October 2011

2012-2013 Fellowships in International Human Rights
For recent graduates of law schools or graduate programs in journalism, international relations, area studies, or other relevant disciplines from universities worldwide.
Unrestricted Fellowships
Alan R. and Barbara D. Finberg Fellowship - Established in memory of Alan R. and Barbara D. Finberg, early supporters of Human Rights Watch, this fellowship is open to recent graduates (at the Master's level) in the fields of law, journalism, international relations, or other relevant studies. Graduates with LL.B. degrees or advanced degrees in other relevant disciplines may also be considered.

Arthur Koenig Fellowship - Established in 2010, the Arthur Koenig Fellowship is designed to help bring talented people from disadvantaged economic backgrounds into the human rights movement. The Arthur Koenig fellowship is open to recent graduates (at the Master's level or above) in the fields of law, journalism, international relations, or other relevant studies. Graduates with LL.B. degrees or advanced degrees in other relevant disciplines may also be considered.

In addition to the application materials described below, applicants must submit an essay describing the aspects of their background that have been economically disadvantaged.

Restricted Fellowships

NYU School of Law Fellowship at HRW - This fellowship is open to 2012 J.D. graduates of New York University School of Law only.

Leonard H. Sandler Fellowship - Established in memory of Judge Leonard H. Sandler, a 1950 Columbia Law graduate with a lifelong commitment to civil rights and liberties, this fellowship is open to recent J.D. graduates of Columbia Law School only.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Fellows work full-time for one year with Human Rights Watch typically in New York or Washington, D.C., or in some instances in another location. Fellows monitor human rights developments in various countries, conduct on-site investigations, draft reports on human rights conditions, and engage in advocacy and media outreach aimed at publicizing and curtailing human rights violations. Past fellows have conducted research and advocacy on numerous different issues in countries all over the world. Recent examples include projects on: civil and political rights in Cuba; criminal defamation laws in Indonesia; the rights of persons with mental disabilities in Croatia; corporal punishment of children in public schools in the US; abuses against migrant domestic workers in Kuwait; and police brutality in Brazil.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must demonstrate a strong background in international human rights and be committed to building a career in human rights. Research experience, including experience conducting interviews, ideally in the context of human rights research, is required. Field experience in human rights is strongly desirable. Applicants must have exceptional analytic skills and excellent oral and written communications skills in English. Proficiency in one language in addition to English is strongly desired as is familiarity with countries or regions where serious human rights violations occur.

Applicants should be highly motivated and well-organized; able to work quickly and well under pressure, both independently and as a member of a team; juggle multiple tasks; and meet tight deadlines. The Fellowship year will require creativity, initiative, perseverance, and flexibility while maintaining HRW's high methodological standards.

Depending on the fellowship for which they wish to apply, prospective fellows must be recent graduates of law, journalism, international relations, or other relevant studies, or must provide evidence of significant, comparable, relevant work experience. (Please see our Frequently Asked Questions section for the specific requirements of the various fellowships.)

Fellowships begin in September 2012.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: The salary for 2011-2012 fellows is US$55,000, plus excellent employer-paid benefits. The salary for 2012-2013 is currently under review and may be increased.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 6, 2011

Applicants are responsible for compiling complete application packets which must include the following:
cover letter
resume
two letters of recommendation
at least one unedited, unpublished writing sample (no legal briefs, please)
an official law or graduate school transcript (applicants in one-year graduate programs should supply an undergraduate transcript with a list of their graduate school courses)
Arthur Koenig Fellowship applicants only: In addition to the cover letter, resume, letters of recommendation, transcript, and writing sample, applicants must also submit an essay describing the aspects of their　background that have been economically disadvantaged. Applicants may wish to consider the following when writing this essay:
The economic circumstances of their family, including during childhood.
Their history of need-based financial assistance used to complete their education to date and their experience working to make a substantial financial contribution to their own education.
The highest education level attained by one or both parents, or whether the candidate is a first　generation university graduate in his or her family.
Please limit the essay to no more than 1,000 words.

Complete applications (including transcripts and recommendations) for 2012-2013 fellowships must be received no later than October 6, 2011. Applications should be sent by e-mail, under single cover (in one email) and preferably as one PDF file (or, at a minimum, as separate PDF files), to fellowship@hrw.org with the name of the fellowship in the subject line.

Applicants must be available for interviews in New York from late November to mid-December 2011. Inquiries may be directed to fellowship@hrw.org. Please see http://www.hrw.org/about/fellowships for more information.

Competitive Kress Fellowships at Kress Foundation Location: New York

Competitive fellowships supported by the Kress Foundation are awarded to art historians and art conservators in the final stages of their preparation for professional careers, as well as to art museum curators and educators. To learn more about a particular fellowship and how to apply, select a program below.
Fellowship
Program Description Complete Application
History of Art: Institutional Fellowships
Six Kress Institutional Fellowships in the history of European art for a two-year research appointment in association with one of six foreign host institutions (see list).
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Conservation Fellowships Nine Kress Conservation Fellowships for one-year internships in advanced conservation at a museum or conservation facility.
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Interpretive Fellowships at Art Museums
A minimum of four Kress Interpretive Fellowships for one-year internships for training in interpretation either as an art museum educator or curator, in European art at an American art museum.
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Research Fellowship at Analitika – Center for Social Research Location: Sarajevo - Bosnia and Herzegovina DL: 3 October 2011

The Research Fellow will be responsible for full or partial management of assigned research projects, the development of project activities and their implementation, with a special emphasis on research tasks and the writing of analytical reports in one of the following fields: international public law, constitutional law, administrative law, criminal law, transitional justice and human rights.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Research Fellow will primarily work on projects in the fields of international public law, constitutional law, administrative law, transitional justice and human rights, for which the following responsibilities are foreseen:
· Management and coordination of projects and project activities;
· Conducting primary and secondary research, including field work;
· Analysis of gathered data and information;
· Writing of analytical reports;
· Development of new research ideas and projects;

REQUIREMENTS:
The candidate has to meet the following requirements:
· Education: Completed M.A. degree in the field of law or another related field of social science, such as political science, international relations or public policy, but with an excellent knowledge of public law and transitional justice;
· Experience: At least two years of research experience in the above-listed fields;
· Languages:
o Excellent knowledge of one of the official languages of Bosnia and Herzegovina (conversation and writing);
o Excellent knowledge of English (conversation and writing);
· Skills:
o Knowledge of basic social science research methods and techniques;
o Ability to conduct research tasks in an independent manner;
o Demonstration of initiative and ability to work in a team;
o Exceptional analytical abilities;
o Willingness to travel and to conduct field work;
o Mandatory computer skills;
o Knowledge of SPSS is an advantage;
o Excellent organizational skills.

WHAT WE OFFER:
· Job commencement in October 2011;
· Initial one-year contract with possibility for extension;
· Salary in line with agreement;
· Work on relevant research projects;
· Continuous learning/specialization;
· Job is located in Sarajevo.

DOCUMENTS NEEDED FOR APPLICATION:
Applications need to contain the following documentation and materials:
· Letter of intent;
· Detailed CV with contacts of all previous organizations where you have worked;
· Copies of university diplomas (graduate and post-graduate);
· Contact information for two persons familiar with your personal and professional characteristics;
· Detailed list of publications or analytical papers;
· Two short analytical papers or publications (in PDF or Word format) that best demonstrate the analytical skills of the candidate and his/her knowledge of thematic fields (please do not send more than two documents).

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
All persons that fulfill the criteria above can send their applications to the e-mail address info@analitika.ba exclusively, by Monday, 3 October 2011 by the end of the work day at the latest. Late applications will not be considered.

We also ask you to send questions you may have to the e-mail address info@analitika.ba exclusively, as phone and other inquiries will not be considered.

Analitika – Center for Social Research reserves the right to contact only selected candidates.
You can find all information about Analitika at the website www.analitika.ba.
This call in PDF format is available HERE.
This call in local languages is available here.

Fellowships at George C. Marshall Foundation Location: Lexington, Virginia - USA DL: 14 October 2011

George C. Marshall/Baruch Fellowships
The George C. Marshall/Baruch Fellowships are given to encourage doctoral or postdoctoral research in 20th-century U.S. military or diplomatic history and related fields. The fellowships are administered by the George C. Marshall Foundation – a non- profit, non-governmental institution – and generated from a gift provided annually by the Baruch Family Foundation of Encino, California. The fellowships honor the career of George C. Marshall, 20th-century solider-statesman, and the Baruch family.
Maximum grant: $7,500; requests for smaller grants are encouraged
Projects to be funded may cover a broad range of studies in U.S. History and related fields pertaining to the changing role of the United States as a world power in the 20th century.
Research may utilize holdings in the Marshall Research Library or may be conducted elsewhere.

ELIGIBILITY
Applicants may be of any nationality, but must be:
Currently enrolled in an accredited academic program leading to a doctoral degree; or
Engaged in postdoctoral research with a Ph.D. earned no more than three years prior to application; or
An independent scholar with a Ph.D. who is beginning a new career

The applicant is responsible for submitting a complete proposal and ensuring that references are sent by the deadline. Successful applicants will be notified by December 16, 2011.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Application instructions and forms are available on our website; however, the completed forms should be sent by mail. Applications must be written in English and the original submitted with two copies. Letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the Marshall Foundation by the endorsers. For additional information, or if you wish to receive a hard copy of the application, please contact:

Marshall/Baruch Fellowship Coordinator
George C. Marshall Foundation
P. O. Drawer 1600
Lexington, VA 24450
Phone: (540) 463-7103 ext. 130
Fax: (540) 464-5229

Application Form

A Selection Committee composed of three persons from colleges and universities in the Commonwealth of Virginia will evaluate each application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
All applications and letters of recommendation must be postmarked by October 14, 2011, to be considered for an award in the academic year 2011-2012. The applicant is responsible for submitting a complete proposal and ensuring that references are sent by the deadline.

FELLOWSHIP REQUIREMENTS
Marshall/Baruch Fellows will be expected to produce some tangible evidence of scholarly accomplishments within a year of receiving the grant., i.e., a doctoral thesis, monograph, book chapter, or other published work consistent with their current level of scholarship. The Marshall Foundation will retain copies of the final product, however, the writer will have full rights of copyright.

Recipients must furnish an accounting of how the grant funds were spent; 10% of the award will be withheld until the final product is completed.

RESEARCH FACILITY
Award recipients may, but are not required to, conduct their research on-site at the Marshall Research Library, where archival collections, original manuscripts, and audiovisual resources are available. The research facility also includes a large reading room, computer with on-line access to electronic catalogues, e-mail and the Internet, laser printer, fax and copy machines, and a microfilm reader.

The Marshall Research Library is located in Lexington, Virginia, adjacent to the campuses of Virginia Military Institute and Washington and Lee University. Lexington lies in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley.

The George C. Marshall Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national, or ethnic origin, handicap, sexual orientation, or age.

For further information contact hartogjd@marshallfoundation.org at The Marshall Research Library.

International Fellowship Opportunities for Eastern Europe and Eurasia 2012-2013‏

2012-2013 Fellowship opportunities Individual Advanced Research Opportunities Program (IARO)
Short Term Travel Grants Program (STG)*

IREX is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the
2012-2013 Individual Advanced Research Opportunities Program and Short Term
Travel Grants Program.

These research support programs offer US scholars and professionals the
opportunity to conduct policy-relevant research in Eastern Europe and
Eurasia. Researchers are also able to increase their understanding of
current regional issues, develop and sustain international networks, and
directly contribute to the formation of US public policy by conducting
research on topics vital to the academic and policy-making communities. The
fellowships provide logistical support, international airfare, a
living/housing stipend, visa support, emergency evacuation insurance, and,
in many countries, field office support.

The *Individual Advanced Research Opportunities Program (IARO)* provides
students, scholars and professionals with support to conduct policy-relevant
field research in the countries of Eastern Europe and Eurasia.

**Eligibility: Master�s students, predoctoral students, postdoctoral
scholars, and professionals with advanced degrees are eligible. Applicants
must be* US citizens*.

** Information and application:
http://www.irex.org/project/individual-advanced-research-opportunities-iaro

**Deadline: *5 p.m. EST on November 16, 2011*

**Contact: By email at iaro@irex.org or by telephone at 202-628-8188

The *Short-Term Travel Grants Program (STG)* is a short-term, flexible
program for postdoctoral scholars and professionals to conduct targeted,
policy-relevant research in Eastern Europe and Eurasia.

**Eligibility: Postdoctoral scholars and professionals with advanced degrees
are eligible. Applicants must be* US citizens*.

** Information and application:
http://www.irex.org/project/short-term-travel-grants-stg

**Deadline: * 5 p.m. EST on February 1, 2012*

**Contact: By email at stg@irex.org or by telephone at 202-628-8188

Countries Eligible for Research:

Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kosovo,
Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland,
Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan,
Ukraine, and Uzbekistan

Research Fellow position at the Center for Social Research - Analitika, BiH‏

Analitika Center for Social Research

Is looking for a

RESEARCH FELLOW

AIM AND SHORT DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The Research Fellow will be responsible for full or partial management
of assigned research projects, the development of project activities and
their implementation, with a special emphasis on research tasks and the
writing of analytical reports in one of the following fields:
international public law, constitutional law, administrative law,
criminal law, transitional justice and/or human rights.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Research Fellow will primarily workon projects in the fields of
international public law, constitutional law, administrative law,
transitional justice and human rights, for which the following
responsibilities are foreseen:

  Management and coordination of projects and project
activities;

  Conducting primary and secondary research, including
field work;

  Analysis of gathered data and information;

  Writing of analytical reports;

  Development of new research ideas and projects;

REQUIREMENTS:

The candidate has to meet the following requirements:

  Education: Completed M.A. degree in the field of law or
another related field of social science, such as political science,
international relations or public policy, but with an excellent
knowledge of public law and/or transitional justice;

  Experience: At least two years of research experience in the
above-listed fields;

  Languages:

o Excellent knowledge of one of the official languages of Bosnia and
Herzegovina (conversation and writing);

o Excellent knowledge of English (conversation and writing);

  Skills:

o Knowledge of basic social science research methods and techniques;

o Ability to conduct research tasks in an independent manner;

o Demonstration of initiative and ability to work in a team;

o Exceptional analytical abilities;

o Willingness to travel and to conduct field work;

o Mandatory computer skills;

o Knowledge of SPSS is an advantage;

o Excellent organizational skills.

WHAT WE OFFER:

  Job commencement in October 2011;

  Initial one-year contract with possibility for extension;

  Work on relevant research projects;

  Continuous learning / specialization;

  Job is located in Sarajevo.

DOCUMENTS NEEDED FOR APPLICATION:

Applications need to contain the following documentation and materials:

* Letter of intent;
* Detailed CV with contacts of all previous organizations where
you have worked;
* Copies of university diplomas (graduate and post-graduate);
* Contact information for two persons familiar with your personal
and professional characteristics;
* Detailed list of publications or analytical papers;
* Two short analytical papers or publications (in PDF or Word
format) that best demonstrate the analytical skills of the candidate
and his/her knowledge of thematic fields (please do not send more
than two documents).

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

All persons that fulfill the criteria above can send their applications
to the e-mail address info@analitika.ba <mailto:info@analitika.ba>
exclusively, by Monday, 3 October 2011 by the end of the work day at the
latest. Late applications will not be considered.

We also ask you to send questions you may have to the e-mail address
info@analitika.ba <mailto:info@analitika.ba> exclusively, as phone and
other inquiries will not be considered.

Analitika  Center for Social Research reserves the right to contact
only selected candidates.

You can find all information about Analitika at the website www.analitika.ba

International Dissertation Research Fellowship Program‏

The International Dissertation Research Fellowship (IDRF) Program supports the next generation of scholars in the humanities and social sciences pursuing research that advances knowledge about non-U.S. cultures and societies. IDRF accepts applications for research that is situated in a specific discipline and geographical region and is informed by interdisciplinary and cross-regional perspectives, as well as research on multiple countries and/or multiple world regions. While proposals may cover all periods in history, they must demonstrate relevance to contemporary issues and debates.

Eligibility

The program is open to graduate students in the humanities and social sciences -- regardless of citizenship -- enrolled in doctoral programs in the United States. Applicants must complete all Ph.D. requirements except on-site research by the time the fellowship begins. Proposals that identify the U.S. as a case for comparative inquiry are welcome; however, proposals which focus predominantly or exclusively on the United States are not eligible.

Fellowship Terms

The IDRF program provides support for nine to twelve months of continuous dissertation research outside of the United States for seventy-five fellows annually. Fellowship amounts vary depending on the research plan, with a per fellowship average of $19,000. The fellowship includes participation in an interdisciplinary workshop upon the completion of IDRF-funded research.

The 2011 IDRF Competition Deadline isNovember 3, 2011

For more information, please visit http://www.ssrc.org/fellowships/idrf-fellowship/

Soros Justice Media Fellowships for journalists at Open Society Foundations Location: New York DL: 12 October 12 2011

The Soros Justice Media Fellowships support writers, print and broadcast journalists, bloggers, filmmakers, and other individuals with distinct voices proposing to complete media projects for local, regional, and national markets that engage the public and spur debate on one or more of the Open Society Foundations' U.S. criminal justice priorities. The fellowships aim to mitigate the time, space, and market constraints that often discourage individuals from pursuing important but marginalized, controversial or unpopular issues in a comprehensive manner. Media fellowships are one year in duration, and fellows are expected to make their projects their full-time work during the term of the fellowship. Projects can begin in either the spring or fall of 2012.

Photography projects (production or distribution) are not eligible for funding. For information on support for this type of project, please see the Open Society Documentary Photography Project.

Note: Please be aware that the Soros Justice Fellowships Program is separate and distinct from the Open Society Fellowship, which supports individuals seeking innovative and unconventional approaches to fundamental open society challenges. While both programs share a common interest in open society issues generally, the Soros Justice Fellowships have an express focus on U.S. criminal justice issues.
Deadline

Wednesday, October 12, 2011 (11:59 p.m. EST)

http://www.soros.org/initiatives/usprograms/focus/justice/programs/justice_fellows/guidelines/media 

2011 Harkness Fellowships in Health Care Policy and Practice, USA

Fellowships in Health Care Policy and Practice for the applicants of Australia and New Zealand,Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland,United Kingdom funded by Commonwealth Fund in USA and the Applicant’s home country-2011
Study Subject(s):Health Care Policy and Practice
Course Level:Mid-career professionals,academic researchers, clinicians, managers, government policymakers, and journalists
Scholarship Provider: Commonwealth Fund
Scholarship can be taken at: United States and the Applicant’s home country
Eligibility:-Be citizens of Australia, Germany, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, or the United Kingdom (in the U.K., citizens of other countries with permanent residency and five or more years tenure in the U.K. may also apply);
-Show significant promise as a policy-oriented health services researcher or practitioner (clinician, health services manager, government official, or journalist);
-Have a demonstrated expertise in health policy issues and a track record of informing health policy through research, policy analysis, health services, or clinical leadership;
-Have a master’s degree or doctorate (or the equivalent thereof) in health care services, health policy research, or a related discipline, such as economics or political science (consideration may be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree only, depending on work experience);
-If academically based, be at a mid-career level (e.g., research fellow to senior lecturer). Candidates are selected based on their qualifications and leadership potential; their commitment to improving health care through research and practice; the quality of their research proposal; the relevance of their proposed research to the Fund’s areas of interest and to policy development in their home country; and the strength of their supporting letters
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Australia and New Zealand,Germany, Netherlands, Norway,Sweden,Switzerland,United Kingdom.
Scholarship Description: The Commonwealth Fund invites promising mid-career professionals—academic researchers, clinicians, managers, government policymakers, and journalists—from Australia, Germany, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, to apply for a unique opportunity to spend up to 12 months in the United States as a Harkness Fellow in Health Care Policy and Practice. Fellows work with leading U.S. experts to conduct a research study that addresses a critical issue on the health policy agenda in both the U.S. and their home country. A rich program of seminars organized by the Fund throughout the year further enhances the fellowship experience.Applicants must demonstrate a strong interest in health policy issues and submit a formal application that includes a research proposal which falls within the scope of The Commonwealth Fund’s goals to promote a high-performing health care system that achieves better access, improved quality, and greater efficiency, particularly for society’s most vulnerable, including low-income people, the uninsured, minority Americans, young children, and elderly adults.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: September 12, 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

The Solstice Low-Residency MFA in Creative Writing Fellowship Program for Writers, USA

Study Subject(s):Creative Writing, Fiction, Poetry
Course Level:Fellowship
Scholarship Provider: Pine Manor College
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
Eligibility:
The Michael Steinberg Fellowship for Creative Nonfiction; The Dennis Lehane Fellowship for Fiction; The Jacqueline Woodson Fellowship for a Young People’s Writer of African or Caribbean Descent, and The Sharon Olds Fellowship for Poetry
Scholarship Open for International Students: No
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: No
Scholarship Description: Fellowships are available to writers starting the Solstice Low-Residency MFA in Creative Writing Program during the winter residency/spring semester. Fellowship recipients will receive a $1,000 award toward their first semester’s tuition.
How to Apply: Post
Scholarship Application Deadline: October 14, 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application?

2011-2012 Robert Bosch Fellowships on South Eastern Europe (for ex-communist countries), Austria

The IWM is accepting applications from countries of ex-communist South-Eastern Europe: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia,
Slovenia.
Applications are accepted from researchers who – are citizens of or permanently reside in one of the above-mentioned countries – or are affiliated with a university or research institution in the region.
Visiting Fellows must have obtained a PH.D. in the humanities or social sciences and must hold a senior academic or research position, at least Associate Professor level or equivalent. Junior Visiting Fellows must currently pursue their doctoral degree or have recently obtained a ph.d. in the humanities or social sciences.
Projects should be related to South-Eastern Europe and address political, social, or economic issues of topical relevance, in accordance with the research priorities of the IWM.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: South-Eastern Europe: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia.
Scholarship Description: Robert Bosch Fellowships will enable junior and senior scholars to spend six months at the IWM in Vienna to pursue their research projects while working in residence at the Institute. The fellows will receive a stipend to cover all expenses related to the stay in Vienna (travel, accommodation, health insurance, incidentals). The IWM will provide the fellows with a personal office with access to internet, in-house research and administrative facilities.
Visiting Fellows will receive a stipend in the amount of EUR 25,000 for the six-month term. Junior Visiting Fellows will receive a stipend of EUR 10,000 for six months. The 6-month research term must be completed between September 1, 2011 and July 31, 2012.
How to Apply: Online or by Post
Scholarship Application Deadline: 6 June 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application